Meet Our Founder
Katie Tanner, PHR
Founder & Principal Consultant
With over 20 years of HR leadership and consulting experience, Katie Tanner founded ClearPath HR to provide organizations with a more sophisticated, financially-integrated approach to human capital.
Katie’s career has been defined by her ability to deconstruct complex HR problems and rebuild them into scalable, efficient systems.
Whether she is helping a company unbundle from an ill-fitting PEO or designing a leadership development program for a healthcare system, Katie brings a blend of analytical rigor and people-first empathy to every engagement.
Credentials & Recognition
- Education: B.S. in Finance, Wright State University.
- Certifications: Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Workplace Investigations Specialty.
- Speaker: USA Today, Forbes School of Business, SHRM National, DisruptHR, and HR Florida.
Going The Extra Mile
Katie’s “all-in” philosophy extends far beyond the office. She has completed two marathons, 20 half-marathons, and a Spartan Trifecta. (She also has the rare distinction of surviving a plane crash and being voluntarily tased, proof that she can handle any high-pressure situation your HR department might face.) This same grit and determination are what she brings to her clients when navigating their toughest organizational challenges.
Bridging the Gap Between People and Profit
At ClearPath HR, we believe that Human Resources should be a value driver, not a cost center. Founded on the principle that people strategies must be aligned with financial outcomes, we help organizations navigate the complexities of the modern workforce with clarity, compliance, and a focus on the bottom line.
Our approach is simple: We speak the language of leadership. We understand that every HR decision, from compensation structures to technology implementations, impacts your organizational health and your financial performance.
Our Mission
ClearPath HR is committed to partnering with organizations of every industry and culture to deliver responsive, personalized HR leadership that aligns people strategies with executive vision.
Through battle-tested, practical expertise and forward-thinking insight, we drive measurable results and sustainable growth—transforming talent into a powerful driver of performance and success.
Our Core Values (CLEAR)
The Pillars of Our Business
Client-Centered Partnership
We build deep, responsive relationships by delivering personalized, go-above-and-beyond support tailored to each organization’s unique industry, culture, and needs. This pillar ensures every engagement starts with listening, trust, and true partnership—turning HR into a collaborative extension of leadership.
Strategic Leadership Alignment
We serve as trusted executive advisors, translating people strategies into alignment with organizational vision, executive goals, and business priorities—speaking the language of leaders to ensure talent drives overall success.
Practical, Battle-Tested Execution
We provide hands-on, real-world guidance and solutions drawn from extensive executive experience—delivering tactical, non-theoretical implementations that thrive in complex, dynamic, and regulated environments.
Forward-Thinking Adaptability
We bring resilient, insightful strategies informed by national trends, cross-sector knowledge, and evolving regulations—helping organizations anticipate challenges, adapt proactively, and stay ahead in any landscape.
Financial & Business Acumen
We integrate deep financial intelligence and business savvy into every HR solution, providing ROI-focused guidance, cost-benefit analyses, total rewards optimization, and bottom-line impact assessments. Drawing on real-world finance and executive experience, we help leaders treat workforce investments as strategic drivers of profitability, growth, and sustainable financial performance—bridging the gap between people strategy and P&L results.
